This global meat conglomerate is taking a serious role in the future of protein production with investments in two cell based meat companies, Memphis Meats and Aleph Farms. Cargill is also investing and interested in plant based cellular fermentation technologies.

In 2018, Cargill is launched a new protein R&D headquarters in Witchita Kansas, a $70 million space that targets top talent and brings innovative food solutions to global customers through collaboration, technology with a focus on sustainability.